Aquila's Nest Vineyards Named 2025 National Small Producer of the Year

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -2025 NATIONAL SMALL PRODUCER WINE INVITATIONAL RESULTS

August 28th, 2025 — Winners have been announced in the 2025 National Small Producer Wine Invitational. After several days of spirited judging, Aquila's Nest Vineyards took the top prize as the 2025 National Small Producer of the Year.

"We are thrilled to receive Libation Media’s 2025 Small Producer Winery of the Year award. Coming as we mark five years since opening to the public, this recognition highlights the dedication of our team and the support of our guests who have made this journey possible."

Double Gold best in class winners include:

Blush and Rose Wines: Rienzi Estate Vineyard & Winery 2024 Rose Wine (Tie)

Red Wines: Wild Sun Winery 2021 Crying Stone Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve

Late Harvest and Dessert Wines: Mitchell Katz Winery 2022 Mt. Meenao Late Harvest Zinfandel

Native American and Hybrid Wines: Aquila's Nest Vineyards Gaea Estate White